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Alma Doepel – Off Maria Island by Robert Carter

We continue our series on the marvellous paintings by Robert Carter OAM, FASMA, FISMP of the "sailing ship" era and recently published in "The Marine Paintings of Robert Carter" . Today it is "Alma Doepel's" turn - a firm favourite for those of us who live in Melbourne.

Seascapes

Coast to Summit with Richard Claremont

In line with the nautical theme which runs strongly through the blog today we can enjoy the latest from the easel of Australian artist Richard Claremont who is showcasing his "Coast to Summit" works at "The Imaginarium" in Shellharbour, New South Wales until 19 March.

Seascapes

Reflection: Sunset over the Suffolk Coast

Time to reflect on the ceativity of Mother Nature who once more reminds us what a beautiful world we live in and must strive to protect and preserve.

Ships and boats

James Craig – Final Voyage by Robert Carter

Marine artist Robert Carter OAM, FASMA, FISMP has given permission for the AnArt4Life blog to showcase some of his paintings. Today we see the barque James Craig which I am delighted to say has been restored by hundreds of volunteers over 40 years!

Landscapes

Catching up with Rowdy Wylie in his Shed and Beyond

Team member & friend Rowdy Wylie is very involved in promoting art in & around his home town of Port Elliot, S. A. & also helps run the Victor Harbor Regional Gallery. The artists take turn to display their works & it is Rowdy's turn so we are able to enjoy the "fruits of his labour" from his shed.

Ships and boats

White Pine - Landfall at Sunset by Robert Carter

The third post in our series on the paintings by Robert Carter OAM, FASMA, FISMP of sailing ships reminds us that we can no longer "go down to the sea again and see a tall ship passing by!"

Ships and boats

"Olivebank and tug Waratah - the Heaving Line" by Robert Carter

This is the second post in our series on the marvellous paintings by Robert Carter OAM, FASMA, FISMP of the "sailing ship" era. And today is all about honouring and acknowledging the courage of those indomitable little tugs and their crew.

Seascapes

Sea Fever

With our recent posts about life on or near the sea I was reminded of one of my favourite poems - "Sea Fever" by the English poet John Edward Masefield (1878-1967). I have even managed to find a Youtube recording of John MAsefield reading his own poem. Enjoy all you sea lovers!!

Seascapes

Sandy Shapes on the Shores

I love the constantly "changing patterns in the sand" so I thought I would share some images and some ‘sandastic’ facts about sand.

Ships and boats

"Annie Watt – Port Victoria, 1930s" by Robert Carter

Robert Carter is one of Australia's leading marine artists and today we launch our series on his wonderful paintings of the "sailing ship" era. Each week you will see a new painting of a sailing ship with Robert's detailed description.

Seascapes

Haven in the Sandhills by Rowdy Wylie

A little while ago Rowdy and I were exploring the theme "Coast to Coast" because who doesn't love the sea? Today we compare a Harry Pelling Gill and a John "Rowdy" Wylie view of the Hindmarsh River Entrance at Encounter Bay, Victor Harbour, South Australia.

Seascapes

Image Challenge: Dockland Developments

Docklands have always fascinated me with the magnificent old warehouses often dominating decaying wharves no longer relevant to today's life. But Dockland Developments are all around us and so with my painting I begin to explore this topic.

Seascapes

Harbour City with Kevin McKay

Sydney artist Kevin McKay is a very firm favourite of the AnArt4Life blog team and supporters. And for good reason as his urbanscapes predominantly of Sydney are amazing visual narratives told through structures against stunning background scenery.

Seascapes

“Our Coastlines are A-Changing” Part Two

The era of the new low maintenance jetty is upon us!! We continue the story of the demolition of the Victor Harbor Causeway and what it means to local artist and AnArt4Life team member Rowdy Wylie.

Seascapes

“Our Coastlines are A-Changing” Part One

A little while back Rowdy and I started a series on "Fences, Posts and Gates" and today's post slots in nicely to this theme because it is about a "causeway" - the causeway that links "Ngarrindjerri Island" (Granite Island) to the South Australian mainland.

Seascapes

Coast to coast with Edward A Obermeyer

The American artist and photographer Edward A Obermeyer has a great love of the sea and therefore his paintings from his visit to Nova Scotia form an inspirational exhibition in our Coast to Coast series.

Outback

Coast to Coast in Broken Hill

It's definitely strange writing about the coast and sea when Jane and I are on a 800+ Kms journey away from the seaside city of Melbourne to get to Broken Hill -which definitely does not have an ocean nearby! Image: artsy.net

Seascapes

Revisiting the sea with Ed Obermeyer

Coast to Coast takes you today to Virginia Beach in Virginia where you will catch up with photographer and painter Ed Obermeyer - one of our favourite AnArt4Life artists.

Seascapes

Hover over Port Phillip Bay, Victoria, Australia

Relax while you look out over Port Phillip Bay and marvel at the "Winhover" sculpture created by Lenton Parr.

Seascapes

Along the Coast with Rowdy Wylie

Today, and in some posts to come, Rowdy and I are taking you along the coast to share the beauty of seascapes and to explore the endless possibilities for creativity.

Seascapes

Coast to Coast: The Beautiful Suffolk Coastline

Thanks to E in London we can commence our "Coast to Coast" series with a stroll along the beautiful Suffolk Coastline.

Art Mysteries

Missing part of "Broughty Ferry Harbour, Dundee" by Ian Morrison, Alberto Morrocco and David McClure

In 1964 art student Ian Morrison sketched a composition for the "Broughty Ferry Harbour, Dundee". His tutors were Alberto Morrocco and David McClure. The 3 men created the painting together but we are looking for a missing part to the image. Perhaps you can help.

Seascapes

The latest seascapes from Ed Obermeyer…….

Today we catch up with the latest compelling seascapes from Ed Obermeyer, artist and photographer from Virginia Beach, America. Image: edobermeyer.com ©

Dogs

Contemporary Scottish Artist - Louis McNally

Louis Mcnally is a contemporary Scottish artist who paints using a distinctive style. He painstakingly develops his paintings over many weeks using drawings, photos and memory. Image credit: scottishartpaintings.co.uk

Sculpture

Wondrous wind walkers.....!

Today we marvel at the huge, clever sculptures of Theo Jansen, which combine art and engineering to "walk" along the beaches of the Netherlands, and are now also exhibited around the world. Image: YouTube.

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